Certified Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Pennsylvania
Certified Respiratory Therapist jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with strong demand across hospital systems, long-term acute care, and pulmonary rehabilitation centers throughout the state, at levels from new-graduate CRT through senior and lead therapist roles. The largest concentrations of openings are in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley, where systems like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and St. Luke's University Health Network maintain ongoing hiring needs. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania include neonatal and pediatric respiratory care, sleep diagnostics, and critical care ventilator management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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See related jobsSt. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children | Philadelphia, PA
Breathe Life Into Every Child's Future
Why Join Us?
- $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT)
- Every other or every third weekend scheduling options
- Free employee parking
- Work alongside nationally recognized pediatric specialists
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
- Be part of a compassionate team dedicated to improving children's lives every day
What You'll Do
- Providing comprehensive respiratory care to pediatric patients
- Managing mechanical ventilation and advanced airway therapies
- Administering oxygen therapy, specialty gases, and aerosolized medications
- Performing arterial blood gas analysis and patient assessments
- Delivering chest physiotherapy and other respiratory interventions
- Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the multidisciplinary care team
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives and department education
- Maintaining clinical competency through ongoing professional development
What We're Looking For
- Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional teamwork and customer service
- Ability to prioritize and manage a dynamic workload
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Commitment to providing age-appropriate, patient-centered care
- Professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude
Why St. Christopher's?
#STC
Education Requirements
- 2 year/Associate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate Degree
- Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
- Relevant Experience
- PA Respiratory Therapist License
- BLS Certification
- NBRC Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT)
- Collaborative Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Customer Service Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Listening Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Strong Team Player
St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.
In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT)
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children | Philadelphia, PA
Breathe Life Into Every Child's Future
Why Join Us?
- $15,000 Sign-On Bonus for Registered Respiratory Therapists (RRT)
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus for Certified Respiratory Therapists (CRT)
- Every other or every third weekend scheduling options
- Free employee parking
- Work alongside nationally recognized pediatric specialists
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
- Be part of a compassionate team dedicated to improving children's lives every day
What You'll Do
- Providing comprehensive respiratory care to pediatric patients
- Managing mechanical ventilation and advanced airway therapies
- Administering oxygen therapy, specialty gases, and aerosolized medications
- Performing arterial blood gas analysis and patient assessments
- Delivering chest physiotherapy and other respiratory interventions
- Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the multidisciplinary care team
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives and department education
- Maintaining clinical competency through ongoing professional development
What We're Looking For
- Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional teamwork and customer service
- Ability to prioritize and manage a dynamic workload
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Commitment to providing age-appropriate, patient-centered care
- Professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude
Why St. Christopher's?
#STC
Education Requirements
- 2 year/Associate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate Degree
- Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
- Relevant Experience
- PA Respiratory Therapist License
- BLS Certification
- NBRC Respiratory Therapist Registered (RRT)
- Collaborative Skills
- Computer Skills to include use and navigation
- Customer Service Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Excellent Communications Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Listening Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Strong Team Player
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The qualifications that appear most often in certified respiratory therapist jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania respiratory care practitioner license issued by the State Board of Medicine
- Certified Respiratory Therapist credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care
- Associate degree or higher in respiratory care from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification, with ACLS preferred for critical care positions
- Hands-on clinical experience with mechanical ventilation and airway management
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays in acute settings
Certified Respiratory Therapist Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified respiratory therapist in Pennsylvania?
You must complete an accredited respiratory care program, pass the National Board for Respiratory Care CRT exam, and then obtain a Pennsylvania respiratory care practitioner license through the State Board of Medicine, which operates under the Pennsylvania Department of State. Pennsylvania requires an active state license before you may practice clinically, so the licensing application follows your NBRC credential. Associate degree programs at community colleges like HACC and Northampton Community College are common entry points.
How much do certified respiratory therapists make in Pennsylvania?
Certified respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $78,490 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,440 for the lowest 10% to over $95,520 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire certified respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring certified respiratory therapists in Pennsylvania right now include Geisinger, Tower Health, and Geisinger Health Plan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems tend to post the highest volume of openings, with consistent hiring across their acute care, long-term acute care, and outpatient pulmonary departments throughout the year.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most certified respiratory therapist jobs?
Danville, Scranton, and Philadelphia have the most certified respiratory therapist openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh drive the bulk of demand through their dense networks of academic medical centers and regional health systems, while the Lehigh Valley sees strong hiring because of the large hospital footprint anchored by Lehigh Valley Health Network and St. Luke's University Health Network serving a rapidly growing population corridor.
Are there remote certified respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of certified respiratory therapist openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting that the vast majority of the role requires hands-on patient care in a clinical setting. The slice of the work most suited to remote arrangements includes sleep study scoring, telehealth respiratory consultations, and case management or utilization review roles that do not require direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a certified respiratory therapist in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to new-graduate or trainee CRT postings at large Pennsylvania health systems, which regularly run structured transition-to-practice programs for recent graduates. UPMC and Penn Medicine both operate onboarding pathways that pair new therapists with clinical preceptors in acute care settings. Candidates coming from roles like respiratory care technician aide or pulmonary function technician have a meaningful head start, and holding an active Pennsylvania respiratory care practitioner license before applying puts you ahead of unlicensed candidates.
Where can I find and apply to certified respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to certified respiratory therapist jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings across hospitals, long-term acute care facilities, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience level and apply directly to the ones that match.
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